February 27, 2023 / Source: Chico Enterprise-Record.
According to the California Highway Patrol, a hit-and-run accident occurred in Chico at around 6:15 p.m. The crash happened at the intersection of East Eighth Street on Highway 32.
According to the reports, an unknown person and an unknown vehicle were involved in the collision. The officials stated that the driver of the unknown vehicle had struck an unknown pedestrian.
According to the deputies, the unknown person suffered significant injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Chico Police Department did not reveal the identity and the name of the unknown deceased person.
The accident is still being investigated at this time. It is not yet known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the accident. Additional information regarding the fatal crash is not available currently.